What does 2 Nephi 19:17 mean and why does it seem so contradictory?
Question Gramps, What does it mean, "For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still"? Why is it repeated so many times and always seems contradictory? Beatrice Answer Beatrice, Thanks for the question, Beatrice....
Why do members believe contrary to two distinct gospel truths?
Question Gramps, In prefacing my question, I acknowledge two distinct truths taught in the gospel: (1) the only thing we take with us to the afterlife is our knowledge of the gospel, education, etc. and, ; (2) The Sealing power ensures husband and wife's...
Is my husband’s ex-wife still sealed to him if she committed suicide?
Question Hello Gramps, My husband was married and sealed to his ex wife for 10 years. They got divorced as she cheated on him. She died before my husband could cancel their sealing, most likely from suicide. He and I are not sealed yet but we are planing on...
Can you be from two different tribes?
Question Gramps, My blessing says I am from the tribe of a Ephraim and carry the blood of Manasseh. What does that mean? Can you be of both tribes? Chrissan Answer Hello Chrissan, Thank you for your question, and it is a great question. In my...
Can deaf and speech impaired people able to perform baptisms?
Question Hello Gramps, Is it possible for deaf and mute people to baptize someone? Dean Answer Dear Dean, The proper mode of baptism in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is revealed in D&C 20:71-71 and further clarified in the...
Did Moroni write the title page to the Book of Mormon?
Question Gramps, Did Moroni write the title page to the Book of Mormon? Robert Answer Dear Robert, We don't know. What is now the title page was originally on the last of the gold plates, so it is reasonable to assume that Moroni wrote it....
Did God create everything in our physical universe?
Question Gramps, Did God create everything and every last planet/star in our physical universe? Were there other galaxies that we could potentially travel too that were created by other Gods besides Elohim/Jehovah? What does the church believe on this issue?...
Who has seen a vision of outer darkness?
Question Hey Gramps, In D&C 76:47 we read that the Lord has shown a vision of outer darkness "unto many". Is there any record of those who may have seen this vision? Highway89 Answer Dear Highway89, This is a good question, but, one that I am...
Is using the nickname “Mormon” a victory for the adversary?
Question Gramps, Recently, President Nelson emphasized that we need to use the correct name of the Church. In his talk he says that if we use nicknames like Mormon, it is a major victory for Satan. When I served a mission, the Church was at the height of its...
Where was Mary and Joseph when Jesus died?
Question Hey Gramps, Is there any record of where Mary and Joseph were when Jesus died and was resurrected? Highway89 Answer Dear Highway89, This is a great question. According to the main page of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,...
Can a person advance to a higher degree of glory if repenting after death?
Question Gramps, Is a person able to repent after they die and will it allow them to 'advance' to a higher degree of glory if they do so? I understand that they will have to suffer the consequences, but is that the same as repentance. Greg Answer ...
How did the Gentiles get their hands on the brass plates?
Question Gramps, How did the Gentiles get their hands on the brass plates from the Jews as said in 1 Nephi 13? Any historical events regarding the book? Dallas Answer Dallas, Thank you for asking this question. The "brass plates" in the Book of...
What is the relationship of Salome to Christ and his mother Mary?
Question Gramps, I read in the New Testament Student institute manual: "Tradition indicates that John may have been Jesus’s first cousin. This tradition also indicates that Salome, who is mentioned in Mark 16:1, was the sister of Jesus’s mother, Mary, and the...
What is the difference between a testimony and a talk?
Question Gramps, There are times that some members changed this, if it is testimony Sunday they talk like a speaker, but if we call them as a speaker they didn't accept it. What is the difference between a testimony and speaker? John Answer John,...
Does the Book of Mormon mention Christopher Columbus?
Question Gramps, Did the Nephites or Lamanites ever meet Christopher Columbus. Is he mentioned in the Book of Mormon? Kayla Answer Kayla, Thank you so much for your question. With our study of the Book of Mormon this year it's a timely...
Why can’t we drink alcohol?
Question Dear Gramps, I have always had this question. But nobody has been able to help me with it. Why cant we drink alcohol? Ava Answer Dear Ava, Heavenly Father loves His children and often the commandments He gives us are to protect us from...
Was the forbidden fruit really an apple?
Question Gramps, Was the forbidden fruit really an apple? Dallas Answer Dallas, In reality, we do not know what type of fruit the forbidden fruit was. Could it have been an apple? Perhaps, just as it could have been any other fruit, including...
How can a member of the Church be so unethical?
Question Hello, I hope you may be able to answer my question. I am not Mormon. However, a fellow doctor in the same industry tried to "steal" my staff". He befriended my staff & I, took us to dinner, then offered each them more $ and other benefits (but...
Is the Church resistant to change in the public’s eye?
Question Gramps, With the United States going through cultural change such as women's rights, abortion, and LBTGQ issues, are we Mormons resistant to change in the public's eye? It just always seems like we're one step behind in these issues. Daniel ...
How fair is it that our eternity is judged on a few short years?
Question Hi Gramps, I have no doubt God is a just God, so we will live in the kingdom of glory we deserve. I have read that if we compare mortal life with a drop of water then eternal life would be at least the entire ocean and that is not even close. So I am...
Can Priesthood blessings be given to deceased persons?
Question Hi Gramps, Can priesthood blessings be given to deceased persons? Thank you. Charles Answer Charles, In order to more accurately answer your question let's review blessings that result from the authorized use of the priesthood. In the...
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